A devastating fire incident on June 3 ravaged parts of the Accra Central Market and the adjoining Accra Central Police Barracks Annex, prompting swift responses and calls for accountability from high-ranking government officials. The inferno, which swept through sections of the Tudu enclave near the Accra Regional Police Headquarters, destroyed 32 rooms at the police barracks annex and consumed several market stalls. This disaster displaced dozens of families and traders, leading to significant property loss and emotional trauma, particularly for children, and regrettably, one life was lost.

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang visited the fire scene on Friday, June 5, expressing profound concern over the incident and the condition of the affected building. She emphasized the critical need for accountability and robust preventive measures to avert future recurrences. During her visit, the Vice President raised pertinent questions regarding the building's history, maintenance, and oversight, suggesting that potential warning signs might have been overlooked. While acknowledging the immediate need to support victims, she stressed the equal importance of examining the incident's root causes and identifying lessons to prevent future tragedies. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang underscored the emotional toll on victims and called for a comprehensive assessment of the structural condition of the building and a thorough investigation into whether warning signs were ignored or if responsible institutions failed to act appropriately. She also commended emergency responders, including the regional minister, Member of Parliament, Ghana Police Service, and Ghana National Fire Service, for their swift intervention in preventing a higher casualty count. As part of immediate relief efforts, she personally donated assorted items, including 100 mattresses, 300 blankets, 300 mosquito nets, 30 cartons of cooking oil, and clothing to the affected persons.

Similarly, Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak visited the scene on Thursday, June 4, to assess the damage and assure affected families of the government's commitment to providing both immediate relief and long-term support. He expressed deep sympathy to those who suffered losses and pledged that the government would not abandon them in the aftermath. The Minister announced arrangements for temporary accommodation for displaced families and plans for the reconstruction of the damaged barracks. He further disclosed that victims would receive financial assistance and clothing. Crucially, during the Vice President's visit on June 5, Mr. Muntaka confirmed that the Ministry of the Interior, in collaboration with the Ghana Police Service, had provided GH₵15,000 in immediate cash assistance to each affected family at the police barracks annex. Additionally, the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) contributed GH₵120,000 to support the ongoing relief efforts. The Minister also commended the Inspector General of Police, the Police Management Board (POMAB), and personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service for their professional and prompt response. He also visited a police officer who sustained injuries during the fire and is currently receiving treatment at the Police Hospital, offering words of encouragement and assuring government support for the officer's recovery.

The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) has been tasked to provide a range of relief items and to prioritize the procurement of locally manufactured goods for distribution. Victims at the scene appealed for sustained government support, voicing concerns over accommodation, livelihoods, and the irreplaceable loss of personal belongings. While eyewitness accounts suggest the fire may have been triggered by a thunder strike during heavy rains on June 3, authorities have stated that investigations are ongoing, and the exact cause of the blaze has yet to be officially established. The overarching message from both the Vice President and the Interior Minister is a clear call for examining all contributing factors and implementing robust, proactive measures to prevent similar catastrophic incidents from recurring, ensuring future policy decisions are shaped by the inquiry's findings.